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Breakfast-focused restaurant Pancake Social is set to open at Ponce City Market on Monday, March 25, AtlantaFi has learned.
The new Atlanta restaurant’s opening is yet another feather in the hat of Midtown’s crown jewel development Ponce City Market.
Pancake Social is expected to open near the North Avenue entrance at PCM. The eatery will have a place for indoor and outdoor dining. The venue will seat 150 people and include a coffeehouse.
Midtown Atlanta restaurants: Pancake Social opening in Ponce City Market
The breakfast-all-day spot will close nightly about 7 or 8 p.m. And they won’t take reservations.
The eatery will be helmed by Chef Anne Quatrano of Star Provisions, Bacchanalia and other top eateries. The team behind Pancake Social is already gearing to expand. More sites are being looked at in Buckhead, Dunwoody and Fayetteville.
What’s on the menu at Pancake Social?
Menu highlights include Ebelskivers; a Pecan Praline Stack; Sourdough Waffles; a Crispy Chicken Sandwich with hot honey drizzle; and a P.S. burger. To drink, Pancake Social will offer craft juice blends, their signature breakfast blend of coffee and espresso as well as beer, wine, mimosas and brunch cocktails.
Here are some dishes from Pancake Social’s menu:
When it comes to decor, Pancake Social patrons will be welcomed by a coffee and beverage bar when they enter the establishment. day. As they pass they’ll enter a full-service dining room with large tables and booths.
“The passion for food and design is something our team shares,” says partner Dan Jacobson. “We loved brainstorming and collaborating together, but it was Anne that really brought the concept to life. Much of what you will see and feel at Pancake Social is a culmination of her great talent and creativity – not only in food and hospitality, but also in designing a delightful atmosphere that is memorable for guests.”
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Vintage Culture has dedicated himself to create a unique brand of dance music merging retro synth pop influences with modern deep house and nu disco.
Come to Vintage Culture on Fri, Mar 29, 2019, 10:00 p.m. to party. District Atlanta is located at District Atlanta 269 Armour Drive Northeast Atlanta, GA 30324.
21+ Welcome | Doors 10pm
Lots of FREE Parking
Come as you are and we will make memories togetherABOUT DISTRICT:
District is a stunning converted warehouse tucked back in the up and coming warehouse district by Sweetwater Brewery. With a wrap around 360 degree balcony, up close and personal DJ booth, Massive D&B sound system, and North America’s only Orbis-Fly LED Ceiling, this is the next level of Atlanta venues. -
Join us for a gathering with Author Leah Penniman, Soul Fire Farm’s Founding Co-Director & Program Manager. Leah Penniman will be discussing her book, Farming While Black: Soul Fire Farm’s Practical Guide to Liberation of the Land.
This event will be held Sunday, March 24 from 1:30 to 5 p.m. at Spelman College, Camille Olivia Hanks Cosby Academic Center Auditorium 420 Westview Dr. S.W. Atlanta, GA 30310.
‘Farming While Black’ Author To Speak at Atlanta’s Spelman College
Due to Heavy Demand A Second Viewing Option is Now Available – We have added an Overflow Viewing Room with 120 seats on site. The gathering with Leah Penniman will be live video Simulcast on 4 screens in the lower level Conference Room.
Leah Penniman will share the stage with Naima Penniman of Climbing Poetree, followed by a panel discussion of local black farmers, including Chris Edwards of Mayflor Farms, JoVonna Johnson-Cooke of MaituFoods & Grow Where You Are, Ras Kofi of On Da Farm and Jamila Norman of Patchwork City Farms. The panel will be moderated by Dr. Ashanté Reese of the Spelman College Food Studies Program.
A book signing will follow the panel discussion. Books will be available to purchase at the event, or you can bring your own copy to be signed. Chef Zu of Kings Apron, plant based chef and holistic nutritionist will provide a tasting during the book signing.
This event is brought to you by MaituFoods, Grow Where You Are, Slow Food Spelman College, Spelman College Food Studies Program and Slow Food Atlanta.
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If you’re an adult with a car you could be cast in a new TV pilot filming in Georgia. The production is seeking men and female runners in Midtown Atlanta on Tuesday, March 19, 2019.
Details about the TV series are still under wraps but we do know that casting directors are looking to hire manypeople.
Atlanta casting call: New TV Pilot
Here are details about the Atlanta casting call:
NOW BOOKING! NO FITTINGS NEEDED!
LADIES, LADIES, LADIES!
Age 24 and overSeeking (15) Hispanic, Caucasian, Indian, Latino, Asian, African American
••Have you maintained a consistent workout routine that requires running, jogging, aerobics and are PHYSICALLY FIT TO RUN BETWEEN SHOTS AND CAMERA SET UPS????
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Georgia locals only!
D. PATROL…Seeking individuals…
that have been maintaining an active workout routine and are physically fit and able to PORTRAY A TOWNS PERSON, running for safety in between shots…Please! Do not submit if you have not maintained an active lifestyle of exercise and running…
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•Do Not Submit if you are currently scheduled as a Dannyzens.”
•Do NoT Submit if you’ve been featured at any time.
•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
This scene takes place PRESENT DAY/PRESENT SEASON…•••••FILMING••••
Filming Date: Tues 3/19
Rate: $85/8 + $15.00 (RUN BUMP)Filming Location: Atlanta, Ga (Piedmont Park area)
Call time: (possibly day call)
Please have open availability. Please do not submit if you have prior obligations for this day.~~~~~~~~~~ How to submit~~~~~~~~
Age 24 and overEmail (3) RECENT PHOTOS
NAME
AGE
NUMBER
HEIGHT
WEIGHT
SHIRT SIZE
WAIST
PANT SIZE
SHOES
List your distance to Atlanta, Ga/Piedmont Park area.
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Question: have you maintained a consistent exercise routine that involves running?Email: NewPilotMhc@gmail.com
Subject Line: Female Runner 3/19
Subject Line: Male runner 3/19
This scene films TUESDAY 3/19
•Do Not Submit if you are currently scheduled as a Dannyzens.”
•Do NoT Submit if you’ve been featured at any time.Question: have you maintained a consistent exercise routine that involves running?
With more than 700 movie and TV projects just in the last few years, the film industry has generated more than $9 billion for the state of Georgia.There are so many movies filmed in Atlanta these days that it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest movie casting calls, celeb sightings and Atlanta happenings delivered to your inbox.Want to work in Georgia film & TV? Here are the latest Atlanta casting calls
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If you’re an adult with a car you could be cast in a new TV pilot filming in Georgia. The production, codenamed “UCP,” is filming on Tuesday, March 19, 2019 in Villa Rica.
Details about the TV series are still under wraps but we do know that casting directors are looking to hire several people.
Atlanta casting call: New TV Pilot
Here are details about the Atlanta casting call:
NEW TV PILOT – “UCP”
Work: Tue 3/19
Rate: $94/10 + $25
Loc: Villa Rica (West of Atlanta. Please look up this location prior to submitting)Parents with Cars: Looking for men & women 18+ who appear to be 30s-40s to work with their vehicles (NO RED, WHITE OR BLACK). Must have all day availability for filming on Tuesday in VILLA RICA.
To submit, send your name, number, sizes, CURRENT photo + car info (Year, Make, Model, Color) to:
UCP@Centralcasting.com
Subject Line: “Tues Auto”Another Atlanta casting call…
NEW TV PILOT – “UCP”
Now Casting for Middle School Boys
Work: Tue 3/19
Rate: $94/10
Loc: Villa RicaFootball Kids: Looking for boys ages 12-15 to portray football players at a middle school (no experience required!). Must have all day availability for filming on Tuesday in VILLA RICA.
To submit, send:
1. Parent’s Name + Number
2. Child’s Name + DOB
3. Child’s CURRENT sizes
4. CURRENT photoSend to: UCP@Centralcasting.com
Subject Line: “Football Tues”With more than 700 movie and TV projects just in the last few years, the film industry has generated more than $9 billion for the state of Georgia.There are so many movies filmed in Atlanta these days that it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest movie casting calls, celeb sightings and Atlanta happenings delivered to your inbox.Want to work in Georgia film & TV? Here are the latest Atlanta casting calls
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They say Decatur is where it’s greater. While that may be true, it’s also home to some of the most beautiful green spaces in the Southeast. All the best parks in Decatur has some common ingredients: play spaces for kids, recreational grounds and areas for dogs.
Whether the weather in metro Atlanta is rising are falling judging by the temperature, it’s a perfect time to get out and about to visit a park in Decatur.
These are the best parks in Decatur
Taking advantage of the weather doesn’t have to require a lot of money or energy, but you have to get out of the house. One great place to soak up the sun and tranquil environs is the local park. From Eastlake to Glenwood to Glenlake, Decatur has several great parks to visit.
Read more: The best parks in Atlanta
Here are a number of our favorite parks in Decatur, in no particular order:Oakhurst Park
307 Feld Ave, Decatur, GA 30030. A Google Reviewer says: “Nice park in a good neighborhood.” Another says it’s great “for kids and pets.”
Mason Mill Park
1340 McConnell Dr, Decatur, GA 30033. A Google Reviewer says: “Awesome park and playground for the North Decatur area. It’s got two distinct playgrounds, one for the older kids and one for the toddlers. They are attached, so you can keep an eye on both from the parent benches all around them. The building attached is a senior center but I believe the auditorium/event room can be rented for parties. They also have plenty of parking, a sport playing field, a couple of covered picnic table areas with BBQ grills, a nearby scenic paved walking/running trail, a gardening area and the Dekalb Tennis Center.”
Winnona Park
510 Poplar Cir, Decatur, GA 30030. A Google Reviewer says: “Lots of open field, well kept, good little children’s playground. Usually active.”
Dearborn Park
1310 Deerwood Dr, Decatur, GA 30030. A Google Reviewer says: “It’s small, but has good dog walking trails, a small playground for kids and basketball court. My daughter used to catch tadpoles in the creek, raise them and release them.”
Glenlake Park
1121 Church St, Decatur, GA 30030: A Google Reviewer says: “Nice community park with one medium sized soccer field, a basketball court, community pool, several tennis courts, a good-sized playground and a medium-sized dog park. Parking is limited and goes quickly on the weekends. Adjacent to a cemetery and good for short walks.”
Woodland Gardens
932 Scott Blvd, Decatur, GA 30030. A Google Reviewer says: “Pretty and quiet nature getaway convenient to our home. Pretty remarkable that it’s cooler and quieter in such proximity to a major intersection and apartment building. The trail it’s clear without being obtrusive. Parking isn’t ample, but then again there were no cars the Saturday afternoon we went. Bring bug spray!”
McKoy Skatepark
1000 Adams St, Decatur, GA 30030. A Google Reviewer says: “Public pool, softball leagues, walking paths, playground, and a skate park. Great mix of activities and local mingling.”
Brookside Park
The park used to be the site of some condemned apartments. Now it’s top-notch green space with an off-leash dog park. The dog parcel is three-quarters of an acre and features a water fountain, disposable bags and benches.
“This was a seven-acre worn-down dilapidated apartment complex, and at the time, we were able to draw down federal funds to acquire the site,” District 6 Commissioner Kathie Gannon said at the January ribbon-cutting for the dog park.
Read more: 40+ free things to do in ATL
Steel City Pops is shaking up Decatur
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If edible and visual delights mixed together are your thing, come on out to the Chocolate and Art Show Atlanta 2019 Edition. The event is going down Friday, March 15-Sunday, March 17, 2019 at the B Complex at 1272 Murphy Ave SW Atlanta, GA 30310.
Indulge yourself in some of ATL’s finest up-and-coming artists, photographers and creators! There is something for every body including live body painting, live music, face-painting, and free chocolate!
Chocolate and Art Show Atlanta: Date, Time, Info
This event will be held at THE B COMPLEX in Atlanta.
THE B COMPLEX is the newest, most creative and most versatile special event venue in Atlanta.
THE B COMPLEX ADDRESS:
1272 Murphy Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30310
(The zip code is very important to find location!)
**There is FREE street parking!*Both nights begin at 8PM and the show goes on until 2AM. 21+ PLEASE
We will have amazing bands each night! We have yet to announce them but you are in for a treat!
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The third annual Atlanta Margarita + Taco Fest is coming to Grant Park in 2019! Come to one of Atlanta’s most iconic neighborhood parks to try Atlanta’s best tacos and margaritas.
The food and drinks will be supplied by some of Atlanta’s best restaurants and food trucks. The Atlanta Margarita + Taco Fest is in their third year.
Atlanta Margarita + Taco Fest 2019: Everything you need to know
The festival is free to attend and only $6 for a drink wrist band! For $35, you can have unlimited margaritas.
The Atlanta Margarita + Taco Fest will have over 40 taco vendors and 12 bars, so the wait time will not be long!
When it comes to Atlanta festivals, there have been some big ones over the past few weeks but there are several more. If you like good food, live music and drinks flowing, come on out to these outdoor events.
The Atlanta 2019 festivals are also taking advantage of the city’s beautiful parks and natural scenery. Some well-known venues like Piedmont Park and the Atlanta Beltline are expected to attract thousands of people during festival season.
Got any other ATL parks to add to the list? Holla: CJ@AtlantaFi.com. See what’s poppin’ in the ATL! Subscribe to our news alerts here, follow us on Twitter and like us on Facebook.
Read more: 40+ free things to do in ATL
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This is one of those weekends in Atlanta that they warn you about: Good food, live music, sports and parties are everywhere. There are so many things to do in Atlanta this weekend, it’s hard to keep up, but let’s try, shall we?
Things to do in Atlanta this weekend include parties, conventions, Wine & Rhymes at Apache Cafe, a film festival, a winter anime fest and much, much more.
Things to do in Atlanta this week
The Atlanta St. Patrick’s Day Parade is Saturday in Midtown. See the route.
Things to do in Atlanta on Wednesday, March 13, 2019
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Hawks vs. Grizzlies7:30 p.m. / State Farm Arena
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Atlanta Spring Gift, Home Furnishings & Holiday MarketAmericasMart Atlanta
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Morbid Angel6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. / Masquerade
Things to do in Atlanta on Thursday, March 14, 2019
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Pi Day Celebration11:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. / The Children’s Museum of Atlanta
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Science on Tap6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. / Georgia Aquarium
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Atlanta Spring Gift, Home Furnishings & Holiday MarketAmericasMart Atlanta
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Brothers Osborne8:00 p.m. / Tabernacle
Things to do in Atlanta on Friday, March 15, 2019
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Erykah Badu & Nas8:00 p.m. / State Farm Arena
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TEDxAtlanta: CTRL+ALT+DEL9:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. / The Rialto Center for the Arts
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Atlanta Spring Gift, Home Furnishings & Holiday MarketAmericasMart Atlanta
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Hippie Sabotage8:00 p.m. / Tabernacle
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Office Hours No. 311:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
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State Champs6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. / Masquerade
Things to do in Atlanta on Saturday, March 16
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2019 Atlanta Streetcar St. Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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Anoushka Shankar8:00 p.m. / The Rialto Center for the Arts
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Atlanta from the Ashes: Downtown History Tour12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. / Woodruff Park
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Pokemon Go PvP Day At Woodruff Park1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. / Woodruff Park
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Price of Freedom6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. / Center for Civil and Human Rights
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2019 Amuse’um7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. / The Children’s Museum of Atlanta
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2019 Publix Atlanta Kids Marathon8:00 a.m.
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2019 Publix Atlanta Marathon8:00 a.m.
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Laughs & Drafts – St Baldrick’s Foundation Fundraiser8:00 p.m. / Tabernacle
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Laughs & Drafts – St Baldrick’s Foundation Fundraiser10:30 p.m. / Tabernacle
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Winter Jam6:00 p.m. / State Farm Arena
There are so many Atlanta events popping off every week it’s hard to keep up with it all. That’s why I suggest you subscribe to AtlantaFi.com to get all the freshest gatherings, Atlanta happenings, parties and more delivered to your inbox.
Things to do in Atlanta on a weekly basis can range from going golfing mid-week to checking out the latest restaurant openings. At AtlantaFi.com, we curate the city for you!
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One of the best pizza joints in Atlanta’s Inman Park, Ammazza, reopened recently on Edgewood Avenue. The new Atlanta restaurant and pizzeria was back in business on March 19, 2019 updated and expanded.
Before it was destroyed, Ammazza had become popular for its housemade pizzas with cured meats from local charcuterie The Spotted Trotter.
Ammazza also outdid itself with the cheeses: housemade mozzarella, dough and sauces.
The new and improved eatery has kid and vegan options. The menu also features housemade pastas, antipasto and dolces.
What are Ammazza’s hours?
Ammazza is open daily for dinner and will be serving an extensive beverage program of craft cocktails, beer and small production wines.
Monday through Thursday 5PM-11PM Friday 5 p.m. to midnight Saturday. 11:30-midnight Sunday 11:30 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Where is Ammazza located in Atlanta?
Ammazza is located at 478 Edgewood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312. Here is a map to help you find it.
Find Ammazza’s Decatur location at 314 E Howard Ave.
When it comes to restaurants, Atlanta is quickly gaining ground on some of the dining capitals around the United States.
The culinary excellence of Southern food is only part of the reason why Atlanta restaurants are having a moment. New entries into the restaurant entry, including steakhouses, seafood and fast-casual, represent a growing segment of the new Atlanta restaurants.
Hot chicken is the rage in Atlanta’s dining scene right now. But so are chicken and waffles.
Fast-casual is also the dining trend du jour around metro Atlanta restaurants. The concept involves mixing the quick accessibility of fast food with the casual dining experience. Food in Atlanta is also adapting to the various tastes of the migrants that come here to live.
Read more: 10+ essential soul food spots in Atlanta
Patrons typically order off a menu board like they would at a burger joint, but the convenience of sitting down to leisurely enjoy their food has made the segment a popular one with the restaurant industry.
The craze hasn’t escaped metro Atlanta’s food and drink scene, which has seen a fast-caz explosion in recent years.
Check out some of AtlantaFi.com’s best Atlanta restaurant stories